With numerous transportation and parking options, straight-forward pricing, and our dedicated staff, we promise to make your visit stress-free.
Before entering the climbing area at ASCEND, all climbers and visitors must have a current Release of Liability Form (Waiver) signed and in our system. If you are 17 years of age or younger, your Waiver must be signed by a parent or documented legal guardian and you must be accompanied by a guardian on your first visit. The Waiver can be completed online ahead of time or during your first visit to the gym. You only have to do this once and this waiver applies to all ASCEND facilities!
As part of our commitment to make your first visit (and every subsequent visit) totally hassle-free, we offer free, on-site parking. No fighting for a space on the streets of the Southside of Pittsburgh. Just park out front and come on in.
Check out a flyover view of the parking options and location of ASCEND or use the handy map below.
The rates below speak to both ASCEND Pittsburgh and ASCEND Youngstown. Youth, senior, and discount customers receive 10% off day passes, punch passes, and memberships. See below for additional pricing information.
A Day Pass at ASCEND includes unlimited climbing, use of our fitness equipment, and one class - yoga or fitness - which is obviously pretty awesome. Child pricing available for kids 13 and under, but excludes that one yoga and fitness class. If you are bringing a group of 5 or more kids, you must make a reservation, as ASCEND Coaches need to be present in many instances. Visiting M-F before 4p? Pick up a $10 Off-Peak Day Pass at one of our front desks!
Monthly Add-ons
*$79/mo if not auto-renewing (EFT).
*A $5 setup fee will be applied to prorated dues.
A complete line of rental equipment will be maintained for exclusive use inside the facility. This ensures that you can climb with the proper equipment if you do not own gear or if you are visiting Pittsburgh. If this is your first visit to ASCEND, shoes and a chalk bag are on us!
Managing your account is painless and easy. Just head over to our account management page and let us know what you need to update and we'll take care of the rest.
As long as one parent or guardian has a membership, each child or youth (17 and under) is just $40 a month.
ASCEND’s retail stores is regularly stocked with soft and hard goods from the industry’s leading brands. Offerings may vary, but you can always expect a wide range of climbing shoes, chalk and chalk bags, brushes, crash pads, harnesses, ropes, draws, carabiners, belay devices and other accessories. Consult with any of ASCEND’s knowledgeable staff members for advice, to check on availability, or to place a special order. We'll even resole your shoes!
Brands include Petzl, Evolv, La Sportiva, Butora, Neon Climbing, Organic Climbing, Flashed, and more!
Need to get your shoes resoled? Let ASCEND help make the process hassle free. Orders ship the first Monday of every month and are expected back within 3-6 weeks. Prices can vary from $30 - $90, depending on make, model, condition, and preference. See front desk for more details.
Interested in picking up a Gift Card, Day Pass, Membership, 11 Punch Pass, or place a special order?
ASCEND Pittsburgh (not available at ASCEND Youngstown) offers limited Child Watch services for parents or legal guardians that remain on site to use our facility. Qualified, adult staff members can be made available to watch children in our specially designed Child Watch room during reserved time slots. Children ages 6 months - 6 years can stay for up to 2 hours per day and guardians must remain on site. ASCEND will provide one staff member per four children. Parents must provide snacks, drinks, diapers, medications, etc.
In order for us to watch your child, YOU MUST MAKE A RESERVATION through our online system at least 48 hours in advance (if it's within 48 hours, please call 412-745-2141 and we will do our best to try to make a short notice accommodation). Time slots are available in 2-hour blocks. If our scheduled times don't work for you, we'd be happy to make a special arrangement for you. The price for a special reservation is $20 per child, per 2-hour slot. To arrange a reservation or to seek additional assistance, please send us a message or call 412-745-2141.
*We always strive to provide the best customer service for our guests and members. In order to continue doing so, we will not be offering Child Watch services during the weekends until further notice as we work to increase our staffing levels. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
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Experiencing ASCEND with a group of friends or family is one of the best ways to introduce yourself to the wonderul sport of climbing! Parties and groups at ASCEND come in all shapes and sizes, so not matter what you have in mind, we can likely make it happen. See below for your options and start booking your event right away!
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Whether it’s a bachelorette party, company team-building, or a college orientation ASCEND prefers to treat each event uniquely. If you desire more than what we've listed above, just let us know what you're thinking and we'll work together to design your perfect event. (Please note that COVID-19 is restricting our ability to host large (50+ guests) parties and groups without an entire facilty rental.)
Note: We are booking parties at ASCEND Youngstown, but in a more limited capacity. To inquire, please select one of the buttons below and be sure to make note that you're interested in having an event in Youngstown. Thank you!
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So you want to know more about what ASCEND Pittsburgh offers (click HERE to learn more about ASCEND Youngstown's facility)? Here’s a quick and simple list of just some of the amenities you can look forward to:
Rules?! There are no rules in climbing, right? Well kind of. So here are ASCEND's:
Etiquette schmettiquette! But seriously, let's keep everyone happy and healthy.
Please keep in mind: Failure to adhere to the Rules & Etiquette of ASCEND can lead to the suspension of climbing and facility access privileges.
Youth Rules and Tips: Kids LOVE and EXCEL at climbing, especially bouldering. Unfortunately, they sometimes view it as a jungle gym when in reality it is quite the opposite! We want kids to have fun, but our guests' safety is our top-priority. This is why we will strictly enforce the DIRECT SUPERVISION of any kids 13 and under. While supervising, please remember the following rules. Please help us take safety seriously.
If these rules are not followed, we reserve the right to ask you to leave.
ASCEND is Pittsburgh’s premier indoor rock climbing facility. We offer climbing, fitness, yoga, classes, group events, memberships, and other services. ASCEND's retail shop will provide climbers of all abilities with a wide variety of climbing gear.
Absolutely not! First-timers and experienced climbers coexist and learn from each other. Bouldering - which is mostly what we offer - has no pre-reqs and you can be climbing within minutes of arrival. For those looking to climb on ropes, we also have auto belays and ropes, with classes designed to teach you rope skills and climbing movement.
Athletic clothing is advised, but you’ll see climbers in jeans too! Climbing shoes are required, but if you don’t have your own pair, we have them to rent. If this is your first visit to ASCEND, shoes and a chalk bag are on us!
The auto belay is a device that slowly lowers the climber to the ground in the event of a fall. Auto belays allow individuals who have not been through a belay check-off the opportunity to climb the rope walls in the gym. They are also a great option for climbers who are visiting the facility without a partner. No experience is necessary, but a brief tutorial is required to use the auto belay.
We are located in Pittsburgh’s South Side neighborhood at 2141 Mary Street (15203). For maps, directions, and hours of operation, see our location and hours below.
Yes, free parking is available in two off-street lots located directly adjacent to ASCEND and at the corner of Jane and 23rd Streets (the “Rite Aid lot”). Street parking is also available near the facility.
Absolutely! We call it a "freeze", and head over to our Membership Management page to get started.
ASCEND has five separate walls, each one featuring different angles and heights ranging from 13 to 24 feet.
Yes, every participant and visitor must sign a liability waiver in order to enter our facility. Individuals under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign for them.
No, this form only needs to be filled out once and maybe periodically over time. The gym will keep a copy of your waiver on file.
ASCEND offers monthly memberships, 10 punch passes, and day passes. Find out more information in our "Rates" section above.
There are no age restrictions to climb, however, climbers 13 and under must be directly supervised by an adult. You must be 14 or older to be in the fitness and training areas or to take a regularly scheduled yoga class. Note: Groups of five or more youth participants (17 & under) must make a reservation. In many instances, we require ASCEND Coaches to be present during youth groups.
Yes, ASCEND rents shoes, chalk, harnesses, and belay hardware. If it's your first time here, shoes and chalk are on us. Check our "Rates" section above for detailed pricing.
Belaying is the act of safely managing the rope for the climber. The belayer is responsible for the climber’s safety as he or she ascends the wall. In the event of a fall, the belayer secures the climber by holding the rope. In order to belay in the facility, an ASCEND team member must verify your ability to belay correctly.
The climbing gym is suitable for all ages. We offer party packages, programs, and other activities for children. In addition, our climbing walls are designed for individuals of all ages and skill levels. For more information, please go HERE.
We promise you'll have fun and feel fulfilled working at ASCEND. To get started, visit this page.
Boulder problems and top-rope routes will be stripped and reset on an ongoing basis with the entire gym being reset over a 6-8 week period. There will always be something new for our members to be excited about.
Yes! You may use an ASCEND gift card to purchase anything at ASCEND, in store only. Apologies that this service is not available online at this time. Additionally, you may apply your gift card toward your EFT membership dues, no more than one month at a time and no more than one month in advance, but at the non-EFT membership rate.
That's okay! You're more than welcome to stop in whenever suits you best. That being said, we'd love a heads up so that we are able to provide the best customer service possible. If you're up for it, please send us a message or give us a call to let us know your group's size and what day and time you'll be in.
